Chestnut Fine Arts Center 2010-11 Season

The Little Shop of Horrors: Sep 16-Oct 17, 2010
Sentimental Journey: A Salute to the 40's: Nov 4-Dec 12, 2010
This Land is Your Land: The Folk Years: Feb 3-Mar 6, 2011
Godspell: Mar 31-May 1, 2011
Crooners: May 19-Jun 19, 2011
A Tribute to the Boy Bands: Jul 7-Aug 7, 2011

Special Events:
Moo Juice the Musical by Krista Eyler: Aug 12-22, 2010
Dickens Carolers in Concert: Dec 18-19, 2010
Memories Are Made of This: Dec 27-31, 2010


THE LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
A wonderfully funny musical spoof and one of the longest running off-Broadway shows ever, this high-energy show features rock 'n roll and doo-wop music including: Somewhere That's Green, Skid Row and Suddenly Seymour in a wonderful evening of song and dance. Seymour, a quirky florist, falls in love, gains fame and becomes the toast of the town. Directed by Brad Zimmerman; rated "PG".

SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY: A SALUTE TO THE 40's
This musical journey will take you back to the songs and music of the 40's in a perfect recipe of hits. You'll hear: Puttin' On the Ritz, Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy, White Christmas, Chattanooga Choo Choo and more. Directed by Brad Zimmerman; rated "G".

THIS LAND IS YOUR LAND: THE FOLK YEARS
The musical story of America – songs of our nation - filled with a wonderful blend of music that will warm your heart, including: Michael, Row The Boat Ashore, Tom Dooley, Turn, Turn, Turn, Mr. Tambourine Man and of course This Land Is Your Land. Directed by Brad Zimmerman, rated "G".

GODSPELL 
Based on the Gospel according to St. Matthew, Godspell is one of the most popular musicals of all time. Bible stories are presented with a message of joy, wit, energy and kindness, with great music and songs including: Day By Day, All Good Gifts and Turn back, O Man. A musical by Stephen Schwartz and John-Michael Tebelak. Directed by Brad Zimmerman; rated "G".

CROONERS
The great music of Bing Crosby, Vic Damone, Perry Como, Frank Sinatra – the very best of the great crooners music and song before the age of rock 'n roll including: It's Only A Paper Moon, One For My Baby, My Funny Valentine, Puttin' On The Ritz, Smoke Gets In Your Eyes and Satin Doll. A fantastic and melodic trip down memory lane. Directed by Brad Zimmerman; rated "G"

A TRIBUTE TO THE BOY BANDS
A show that will put a smile on your face and have you humming for days. It's back to the Beach Boys, The Beatles, The Osmonds, The Ink Spots, Mills Brothers and others. On stage four guys join to present all the great tunes in a simply fantastic evening of harmony, rhythm and lots of musical fun. Directed by Brad Zimmerman; rated "G".

In addition to the regular season, Zimmerman also announced three special presentations that are not a part of the regular season … tickets for these productions are $20.00 each and may be purchased on the season ticket renewal form or by calling the theatre at 913-764-2121.

The special shows are:

MOO JUICE THE MUSICAL
A special pre-Season presentation August 12th through August 22nd – with eight performances: Thursday, August 12th and 19th; Fridays August 13th and 20th; Saturdays August 14th and 21st all at 8:00 p.m. and Sunday matinees August 15th and 22nd at 2:00. Written by Krista Eyler, the Chestnut's "Patsy Kline", it's the story of five kids in daycare (played by adults) – a brand new musical comedy that will have you laughing out loud. Rated G

DICKENS CAROLERS HOLIDAY CONCERTS
December 18th at 8:00 p.m. and December 19th at 2:00 p.m. Your favorite holiday music and song presented by the famed Carolers in concert. Rated G

MEMORIES ARE MADE OF THIS
Ring in the New Year with the music and songs of Dean Martin, including his personal hits and the songs, jokes and fun of the famed "Rat Pack". Nine performances: December 27th and 28th at 7:30 p.m., December 29th at 3:00 and 7:00 p.m. December 30th at 3:00 and 8:00 p.m. and December 31st at 2:00, 5:30 and 9 p.m. Rated G

Tickets for the 2010-2011 six-show season are now available: adults $108.00 (discounts for students, seniors and groups). Season ticket holders will save $21.00 over regular individual tickets, enjoy reserved seating and exchange privileges. Regular season performances are Thursday through Saturday at 8 p.m., several Saturday matinees at 3 p.m. and Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. – additional special performances may also be added … check individual show schedules. To purchase season tickets, individual show tickets, or the three additional special productions, or for information call the theatre at 913-764-2121.